Where does the water in 72683 come from?

Water for zip code 72683 in Vendor, Arkansas is provided by 1 water system. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 72683

Vendor, Arkansas · Newton County

190 PPM

11.1 GPG

Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 1 water systemTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 1 matched water system. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis

1 USGS-backed source

1 matched system total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. This profile is weighted by known population served across matched systems.

Data recency

March 9, 2026

Dataset rebuilt March 9, 2026; individual utility reporting years can vary.

Hardness is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Use it for scale, appliance, and softener decisions; check your utility report or test your tap before sizing treatment equipment. See how we calculate local readings.

Water Systems Serving 72683

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

1 water system

PWSID is the public water system identifier. Data Source shows whether the hardness value comes from a treated-water report, USGS monitoring, or a local estimate; source year is shown when available.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
East Newton County Water Assn AR0000768	surface water	190 PPM Hard	1,920	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

East Newton County Water Assn

AR0000768

Hard

190 PPMsurface water1,920 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

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What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Vendor, AR (72683)?

The average water hardness in 72683 is 190 PPM (11.1 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 72683?

With hardness of 190 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 72683.

Is hard water in 72683 safe to drink?

Water hardness itself is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals, but you should check your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for contaminant and compliance information.

How many water systems serve 72683?

Zip code 72683 in Vendor, Arkansas is served by 1 water system.